This old fashioned recipe is a favorite during cold and flu season, but can be enjoyed anytime.
- 1 tablespoon whole allspice
- 1 tablespoon cloves
- 1 piece stick cinnamon
- 8 quarts blackberries or elderberries
- 2 quarts cold water
- 4 pounds granulated sugar
- 2 quarts whiskey or brandy
Tie spices in a cloth bag. Pick over and wash berries. Place in preserving kettle; cover with water, and boil until thoroughly soft; then strain. Measure, and to each quart of juice add 2 cups sugar. Add spice bag and boil 20 minutes. Let cool, and measure again. To each quart of syrup, add 1 pint or whiskey or brandy. Bottle and cork tightly.
Will keep; improves with age.